The 2013 Multiple Sclerosis Society Keystone Country Ride is now history. Amateur radio operators from several counties provided communications throughout the ride on both days, July 20 and 21. Planning, recruitment, and coordination were done by Drew McGhee, KA3EJV and Carmine Prestia, K3CWP. Thanks to those who participated from Centre County. Click the link for the full story. Continue reading
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United States Power Squadrons ARC Celebrates 100 Anniversary of ARRL and USPS
1914 was a great year. In that year Roger Upton joined with others to form the United States Power Squadrons. In the same year, 1914, the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) was founded by Hiram Percy Maxim to assist amateur radio operators in passing radio messages. Both organizations have as their core community service and education. Both organizations encourage their members to practice high standards of operating skill. Both organizations have commanded great respect in their fields: USPS in boating education and ARRL in radio technology and operating skill. ARRL and USPS have worked together on several fronts through the past several years. We know that radio communication is a key element in boating enjoyment and safety. Amateur Radio has a special role for those traveling offshore.
COMMUNICATIONS TRAINING OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT
The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA), through the Auxiliary Communications Services (ACS) program will be hosting the following communications training opportunity. Continue reading
Centre County Amateurs Asked to Participate in COG/PSU Exercise
On Wednesday, October 17th, 2012 the Centre Region and PSU EMA offices will conduct a drill testing the emergency preparedness plans of both groups as noted in the previous article here. Amateur radio has been asked to participate in the event!
Centre Region COG and PSU EMA Announce Exercise
(State College, PA) – The Centre Region Office of Emergency Management and Penn State University Emergency Management are partnering on a joint emergency operations exercise. The exercise will test the readiness of emergency operations staff and emergency operations plans should a major disaster occur. The exercise is planned for Wednesday, October 17, 2012. Continue reading
Centre County/NARC hams help with American Veterans’ Appreciation Day at Lake Raystown
On Saturday, September 9th, 2012, Carmine, K3CWP and Elaine, K3ERP, Prestia provided amateur radio support to the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary District 5 Northeastern Region, Bedford County (PA) Amateur Radio Society, and the Disabled American Veterans (Virginia and Pennsylvania Chapters) at Lake Raystown for the American Veterans’ Appreciation Day. Continue reading
Amateur radio operators provide communications assistance for Moshannon Valley YMCA Bicycle Race
On Saturday, August 13, 2011 nine amateur radio operators from the Nittany Amateur Radio Club (NARC) and the Philipsburg Amateur Radio Association (PARA) acting as Amateur Radio Emergency Services (ARES) operators provided communications for the Moshannon Valley YMCA Bicycle Race held from 11:00 through 15:00 in Black Moshannon State Park near Philipsburg, PA. The race covered approximately 20 miles of varying road and trails through the park. Over 80 bicycle riders participated in the race.
Centre County/NARC Amateur Radio Operators Participate in Skywarn Recognition Day
On Saturday, December 4, 2010 a number of Nittany Amateur Radio Club (NARC)/ARES members participated in the Skywarn Recognition Day (SRD) drill. SRD is sponsored by the National Weather Service (NWS) and the ARRL to recognize the contribution of amateur radio operators to the mission of the NWS.
SCTF After Action Report Wide Vigilance Exercise
The file below is the executive summary of the After Action Report filed after the SAREX Wide Vigilance III Exercise the the South Central Task Force region of Pennsylvania.
SCTF WV III ARWG SAREX AAR Executive Summary Public Distribution
2010 Centre County SET Report Filed
The report of Centre County Pennsylvania SET participation was filed by e-mail just moments ago. A copy is available by clicking on the link below.